Spiced Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   In work bowl fitted with metal blade, process cake and all-purpose flours, cinnamon, sugar, nutmeg and salt until combined, about 10 seconds.
2. 2
   Remove lid and distribute butter evenly over top.
3. 3
   Cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 times.
4. 4
   Place water in a container with a pouring spout and, with the motor running, slowly pour in a steady stream through the feed tube until dough begins to gather.
5. 5
   You may not use all the water, which is fine.
6. 6
   Turn out dough onto a clean surface and form into 2 disks.
7. 7
   Press disks down and wrap in plastic wrap.
8. 8
   Refrigerate until firm enough to roll out for your pie, 10 to 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Variation: Try using 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cloves or mace in place of the nutmeg.